Hailing from Austria, Speed Limit are set to release their 6th and latest album “Cut A Long Story Short” on the 16th of June. The album mixes heavy metal with hard rock, melodic metal and new wave of British heavy metal elements, bringing us a 12-track album filled with nostalgia and experimentation, including 2 live versions and 2 bonus tracks. Formed in 1984, the 4-piece band has switched up their lineup multiple times over the years and took a break from the 90s until their reunion in 2008, marking it as a “new beginning”. The band currently consists of two of the founding members, Chris Pawlak on bass and vocals, and Chris Angerer on guitar and vocals, joined in 1988 by Joe Eder on guitar and vocals, and Hannes Vordermayer as their lead vocalist and drummer who joined the band in 2014.
“Cut A Long Story Short” features Speed Limit‘s nostalgic and authentic heavy metal sound while showcasing each member’s mastery on their respective instruments. The album is full of killer melodic riffs and solos backed by a groovy and grounding rhythm section. Topped by powerful and flawless vocals with catchy and sing-along choruses, and outstanding backing vocals. The band’s creativity and variety are showcased in rock n roll riffs with a heavy twist in songs like “The Lady Is on Fire,” while songs like “Destiny’s Calling” and “Hit The Wall” have a very melodic lead guitar intro, giving them a melodic edge. “The Wind Blew In A Memory” is a standout track, featuring a stunning piano and clean picking guitar combo in a ballad setting. It develops into an old-school rock riff that acts as a bridge between the ballad setting and the later heavy metal sound, culminating in a thrilling interlude that features chants and a kickass guitar solo.
“Cut A Long Story Short” features top-notch and neat production, mixing, mastering, and recording. Fans can pre-save the album now and get ready for a nostalgic experience as Speed Limit takes them on a journey through each track. If you have the chance, you can check them out at Rockhouse (Salzburg) on the 17th of June, with two more shows in August and October already scheduled. For more details, visit their official website.
